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alive in Tagalog

buhay

/əˈlaɪv/

alive in Tagalog: buhay. In English, alive means having life; living; not dead.

Tagalog words for alive

having life
buhay

English meaning of alive

  1. adjective Having life; living; not dead.
  2. adjective In a state of action; in force or operation; existent.
  3. adjective Busy with activity of many living beings; swarming; thronged; busy.
  4. adjective Carrying electrical current; energized.

Full definition of alive

alive in a sentence

  • As long as the plant is alive, he will continue to water it.
  • to keep the fire alive
  • to keep the affections alive

Synonyms of alive

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Questions about alive in Tagalog

What is the meaning of alive in Tagalog?
Alive in Tagalog is buhay.
Ano ang alive sa Tagalog?
Alive: buhay.
What does alive mean in English?
Alive means having life; living; not dead.

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